Mid-Autumn Festival By the River

The Mid-Autumn Festival this year will be special and meaningful for the Seng Clan.

For the first time, the Seng Clan will be taking part in the Lantern Fiesta by the river organised by Singapore Press Holdings from 13 to 30 Sept 2007.

Our surname will be amongst the 100 surnames to be displayed in lanterns lining the river.

The Seng Clan welcomes members and their families to take a stroll down by the river to revel in this traditional Chinese cultural celebration.

This forthcoming event was also reported in the Straits Times on 10 Sept 2007.

Wedding Bliss At Balai

Date : 9 July 2007 (Monday) Place : Tanjong Balai (Karimun) Time : 6.00 pm _______________________________________________________

It was a red-letter day for Seng Luan Chew. His 7th and youngest son was finally tying the knots. Being a hospitable man, he was at the ferry terminal, despite his busy schedule, to receive his three guests from Singapore, Mr Seng Joo How, Mr Seng Guo Quan and his Grandma Mdm Ng Whee Keng. The wedding dinner was held in a well-known restaurant in Balai. Guests started arriving at 6.00 pm in buses chartered for the occasion. All together, 60 tables were laid out for the wedding feast which began at 7.30 pm. As is the tradition in Balai, the groom made his rounds, accompanied by his buddies(but not his wife). Then there were wedding toasts to the bride and groom and many yam-sengs pervaded the hall. It was a joyous celebrations and indeed the kampong spirit was very evident. When the dinner ended, guests were ferried back to their homes in the chartered buses.

For us we stayed overnight at the Gabion Hotel which was a stone throw from Luan Chew's house. The next day, Luan Chew brought us to see his houses, some sightseeing, shopping and durian feasting before we bid him farewell at the ferry terminal. It was a short but nonetheless very memorable trip.

Fortune Smiles on Seng Clan Members

It was indeed a fortuitous event for some Seng Clan members after attending the Clan's 14th Anniversary Dinner on 2 March 2007. They were handsomely rewarded with an unexpected windfall and were all smiles.

It was no secret. The "God of Fortune" had openly announced a 4-D number 1383 on stage. This was the lucky number formed on the floor by the lion dance troupe with oranges after receiving the Guest-of-Honour Mr Seng Han Thong.

But good fortune requires Perseverance And Patience. The number came out as the 3rd prize of the Singapore Pools draw on Saturday 12 May 2007, slightly 2 months after the event.

Will it make it to the top prize? Your guess is as good as mine. Good Luck!!!

More news on the Dinner will be posted soon.

Farewell to our late Honorary President Mr Seng Siew Hua

The Seng Clan is saddened to announce that its Honorary President Mr Seng Siew Hua passed away at the age of 79 on the 14 May 2007. He leaves behind two sons, three daughters and many grandchildren.

The Association led by Adviser Mr Seng Han Thong, President Mr Seng Joo How and 15 members paid their last respect to the late Seng Siew Hua on 15 May 2007 at the funeral wake at Block 9 Eunos Crescent.

The late Seng Siew Hua was a staunch supporter of the clan and was one of its founder members. He will always be remembered for his love for singing as he belted away many melodies at various functions.

The Seng Clan extends its heartfelt condolence to the family of the late Seng Siew Hua during their bereavement.

HAPPY VESAK 2007

A Beautiful Sunday weekend in Malaya

Date : 20 August 2006 (Sunday) Time : 7.00 am Destination : Melaka & Kuala Lumpur _______________________________________________________

It was a beautiful Sunday as 21 members of the Seng Clan Association (Singapore) made their way by coach across the Johore immigration led by Mr Michael Seng, tour leader and Clan's Secretary. The pleasant journey took members to the first stop at the tropical fruit farm in Melaka. It was an educational and an appetising experience as members were feted to a fruits buffet topped with durians.

After lunch, the journey continued to Kuala Lumpur where members stopped at Bukit Bintang for shopping cum light dinner. The next stop was the school hall at Kuala Lumpur where the Seng Clan Associaiton Malaysia was holding their 18th Anniversary Celebrations. It was an eventful night as the Seng Clansmen from China had also joined in the celebrations. President Mr Seng Joo How presented the Malaysia and China Seng Clans with mementos of the new Seng Clan Logo.

After the dinner, the Singapore delegations made their way to Genting Highlands for an overnight stay. By then, it was almost past midnight but Genting was still bustling with activities. It was free and easy for everyone as some preferred to take a rest whilst others tested their luck at the casino. The next day, it was back home with fond memories and for some, an enriching experience.

Double Joy Fest @ Tai Seng

Date : 18 August 2006 Time : 8.00 pm Place : Tai Seng Teochew Restaurant Singapore _____________________________________________

It was a night of double joy at the Tai Seng Teochew Restaurant in Singapore. First, the Seng Clan Association (Singapore) hosted a dinner reception for the delegation of 40 clansmen from China. This was a traditional way of welcoming guests from abroad and an opportunity to strengthen social ties.

Second, it was the birthday of our committee member Mr Sung Yoon Chon. It was the first time he was celebrating his birthday at such an occasion. This made the dinner reception more meaningful and extraordinary. The birthday boy was all smiles as he cut the cake to the cheers and many good wishes lavished on him.

Indeed, it was a memorable party which would long be remembered.

A Warm Welcome to Seng Clansmen from China

Date : 17 August 2006

Time : 6.00 pm

Place : Changi Airport Terminal 2 Singapore

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It is not usual for 40 clansmen to pass by Singapore en-masse. They were en-route to Kuala Lumpur to attend the Malaysia Seng Clan Annual Dinner and decided to drop by Singapore.

The Seng Clan Association (Singapore) Management Committee members were at Changi Airport to welcome the delegation from China. It was like a big family gathering as ties were renewed.

A HAPPY AND PROSPEROUS LUNAR NEW YEAR 2007

The Management Committee wishes all members and their family a

Happy and Prosperous Lunar New Year 2007.

Fostering Bondage and Strengthening Ties

20 June 2006

A rousing welcome awaited the delegation from Singapore as the coach cruise into the driveway of San Yin village school in Swatow on the bright afternoon of 20 June 2006. It was a memorable day for the students, teachers, school officials and residents as they broke into loud cheers to welcome the arrival of the Yio Chu Kang Grass-root leaders led by Adviser Mr Seng Han Thong. Accompanying him were Mr Seng Joo How, President of the Seng Clan Association (Singapore) together with other committee members, Mr Seng Siew Hua and Mr Peter Seng Hong Nguan.

The school officials gave a report of the progress of the school and the achievements for the past 13 years. According to the principal, more classrooms have been added thanks to the financial contributions from the Seng Clan Singapore. The school was proud that it had achieved 1st position for two years in 1999 and 2001 and 2nd position for the other years. Between 1993 up to date. a total of 427 students have graduated from the school

In his speech, the President of Seng Clan Association (Singapore) Mr Seng Joo How commended the school for their achievements in providing wholesome education for the clan’s children. He advised the officials to also look into teaching of English Language and Computer Literacy so as to open the gateway to a reservoir of knowledge and to link to the international community. After the speeches and exchange of mementos, the Singapore delegation toured the school premises. Indeed the village school has come of age. The Singapore delegation left impressed with the achievements of the humble village school.